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Lantra announces equine dental developments
Standards for equine dental technicians underway

An invitation has been publicised for all areas of the equine and veterinary sector to participate in the National Occupational Standards for Equine Dental Technicians, from Lantra.

Input from individuals and organisations representing equine welfare, veterinary and equine dental care as well as equine dental technicians themselves, are vital to the accuracy of the NOS to ensure they reflect today’s working practices. NOS describe what workers need to do, know and understand in order to carry out their job role in a consistent and competent way and promote equine health and welfare.   NOS are important because they provide the foundation to build qualifications that reflect best practice. 

Lantra’s Partnership Manager, Lisa Jarvis RVN, said: “We are really pleased that industry reached an agreement to develop NOS, which identify the detailed knowledge, understanding, ability and experiences somebody needs to carry out their job effectively. In this next positive step to move their development forward, we are calling for all interested parties to take part in our consultation and ensure that they are driven by the welfare of horses.”

To register your interest in being involved in these NOS please email standards.qualifications@lantra.co.uk under the subject Equine Technicians NOS.

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Two new roles on BEVA Nurse Committee

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 The BEVA has opened two new roles on its Nurse Committee.

There is one role available for a full member (for three years) and one role for a student member (until they qualify).

Members must attend all meetings, occurring four times a year. They will assist the committee in understanding the field, identifying issues and engaging with external parties.

More details can be found here

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.